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Amlodipine-benazepril + DHEA herbal

Severity: Minor

Amlodipine-benazepril and DHEA herbal: minor interaction.

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For healthcare professionals — reference only. This page is a brief summary, not medical advice and not a substitute for official labeling or clinical judgement. Always verify before prescribing or dispensing.

Summary

DHEA may inhibit CYP3A4 and slightly raise amlodipine levels. Evidence is limited and the effect is likely small.

What this interaction means in plain words

Amlodipine-benazepril and DHEA herbal have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.

Evidence level: Low

Why it happens

Possible CYP3A4 inhibition by DHEA; not well established.

What to do

Monitor blood pressure and edema if DHEA is started or stopped.

What to ask your pharmacist

  • Is there anything I should notice while taking both?
  • Do I need to tell my doctor at the next visit?

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Frequently asked questions

Can I take Amlodipine-benazepril with DHEA herbal?

MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Amlodipine-benazepril and DHEA herbal have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. DHEA may inhibit CYP3A4 and slightly raise amlodipine levels. Evidence is limited and the effect is likely small.

How serious is the interaction between Amlodipine-benazepril and DHEA herbal?

MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Monitor blood pressure and edema if DHEA is started or stopped.

What other medicines interact with Amlodipine-benazepril?

MediHelp also lists interactions of Amlodipine-benazepril with, for example, Aliskiren, Sacubitril / valsartan, Aldesleukin. The full list is on the Amlodipine-benazepril page.

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